US 49 over Sellers Creek
FairSimpson County, Mississippi · 6.2 MI N SR 28 · Structure no. 210004906412090
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Sellers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 49 over Sellers Creek in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,000 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Sellers Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Sellers Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US 49 over Sellers Creek carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Sellers Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 49 over Sellers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.